Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur transfer target Malcom, 20, says he wanted to leave current side Bordeaux during the January transfer window. (Independent)

Chelsea and Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, 25, says his “personal situation” means he would consider a move to Real Madrid if the European champions show an interest. (Sport Foot Magazine via Daily Mail)

Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea remains Real Madrid’s priority signing in the summer transfer window, but United are set to offer the 27-year-old Spain international a new deal. (Sport – in Spanish)

Arsenal are interested in signing Juventus defender Daniele Rugani, according to the 23-year-old Italian’s agent. (Star)

Arsenal and Liverpool’s pursuit of Monaco winger Thomas Lemar, 22, has turned down a contract extension at Monaco in the hope he can force a summer move to England. (Express via L’Equipe)

Roma goalkeeper Alisson, a target for Liverpool, is the “Messi of goalkeepers” and the 25-year-old Brazilian is worth more than 50m euros (£44.38m), says former coach Roberto Negrisolo. (Il Romanista via Goal)